Sports-Related Concussions

Tackling a Growing Trend

CE617

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Schools, counties, states and athletic organizations are paying attention to the dangers of concussions and taking steps to mitigate them. A concussion results from a direct blow to the head, neck or body in which impulsive forces are transmitted to the brain. A concussion is a closed head injury that may result in loss of consciousness and causes functional rather than structural damage to the brain. Injury is due to acceleration-deceleration and rotational forces to the brain. The head is either thrown backward (acceleration) or forward (deceleration) causing injury. The brain also may rotate inside the skull, causing further damage. Some clinicians feel there is mounting evidence that concussions can cause long-term problems and permanent brain injury, including cognitive impairment, learning disabilities, personality changes and even dementia. Healthcare providers can do much to inform the public and patients about their dangers.

Goal and Learning Outcomes

The purpose of this program is to inform healthcare providers about the incidence, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of sports-related concussions and the potential for serious long-term outcomes, such as dementia. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:

Define sports-related concussions and the sports in which they are most often found

Describe the immediate and long-term symptoms of sports-related concussions

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Accreditation Information

NURSES

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Accreditation Information

This course is intended for multiple professions, including nurses and physical therapists.

Nurses: Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.